“Community is made from conflict as much as from cooperation; the capacity to solve conflict is what gives social relations their sinew. Professionalizing justice ' steals the conflicts,' robbing the community of its ability to face trouble and restore peace. Communities lose their confidence, the capacity, and finally, their inclination to preserve their own order. They instead become consumers of police and court 'services' with the consequences that they largely cease to be communities.”

The kiosks are open to all residents, no questions asked. This is a safe, effective, and sustainable way to dispose of
prescription substances.

What is Collected

Prescription medications

Over-the-Counter medications

Pet medications

Sample medications

Pills, capsules, inhalers, ointment & patches

Vitamins

Liquids in glass or leak-proof containers

What is NOT Collected

Needles/sharps

Thermometers

Bloody or infectious waste

Aerosol cans

Important Disposal Information to Remember

Scratch out all identifying information on the prescription label to make it unreadable. This will help protect your identity and the privacy of your personal health information.

If the drug label or patient information that accompanies the medication has specific instructions for disposal, follow those carefully. Do not flush prescription drugs down the toilet unless this information specifically instructs you to do so.

Do not give medications to friends. Doctors prescribe drugs based on a person’s specific symptoms and medical history. A drug that works for you could be very dangerous for someone else.

This permanent disposal system is collaboration between the Orleans County Restorative Justice Center, Orleans County Sheriff Department, Newport Police Department, and the Vermont Department of Health.
The Drug Collection Kiosks were purchased by the Orleans County Restorative Justice Center with support from the Canaday Foundation.

What Else Can I Do?

Safeguard Your Medicine

Keep prescription medicine in a secure place.

Count and monitor the number of pills you have.

Lock up your medicine.

Educate Yourself & Share Resources

Share information with family, friends, and neighbors.

Talk to youth about the risks of underage drinking and abusing prescription drugs. Children who learn about the risks of drugs from their parents are up to 50 percent less likely to use drugs than those who do not get that critical message at home.

Get Help

If you or someone you know needs help, call 211. Addiction is a treatable disease. And there are many paths to recovery. Let us help you choose yours.